About IAA
We proudly provide a global platform for nearly 400 institutions from 56 countries/regions.
The International Art Alliance (IAA) is a professional organization approved by the United States government to promote global art education development and exchange. We collaborate with institutions of art higher education globally. By strengthening global education dialogue and resource sharing, we help young artists and students realize their dreams in the field of art. We encourage and advocate for diverse and inclusive enrollment concepts, providing equal opportunities for people from different backgrounds and cultures. We believe that through the power of art, we can change the world and establish a better future.
- We value innovation in art
- we value the power of dialogue and global engagement
- we value the diversity and varied practices of our members
- we value the responsibility for sustainable development of art disciplines
IAA is a global family that brings together people from different cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. This diversity empowers us to better understand and serve the needs of the global arts, design, and media fields.
Our Vision
We envision IAA as a global platform that connects art and design education institutions, cultural practitioners, and creative ecosystems across regions. Through international collaboration, knowledge exchange, and practice-based engagement, IAA supports meaningful dialogue between education, research, and real-world creative practice, fostering sustainable development and long-term opportunities for artists, designers, and institutions worldwide.
Our Values
Our Core Values are the foundation of our vision and community expectations:
(1) Embracing the innovative role of art as an active force in cultural exchange, education, and social dialogue—positioning creative practice as a bridge between institutions, communities, and global contexts.
(2) Valuing the power of dialogue and global engagement, strengthening international cooperation and exchange.
(3) Valuing the diversity of our members and their contributions across teaching, recruitment, research, and practice.
(4) Valuing the responsibility of sustainable development within the art discipline, promoting the integration of artistic creation with social, environmental, and economic sustainability.
Contact & Enquiries
For enquiries related to art and design discourse, collaboration opportunities, or institutional exchange, please contact IAA through our central contact channel.
Our team will review each enquiry based on context and relevance.